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Modern English Bible translations

Ok kiddo, so you know how we have different types of books, like storybooks and textbooks? Well, the Bible is a really important book that teaches us about God and his message to us.

But the Bible was written a long, long time ago in languages that some people today might find hard to understand. So, over time, people worked on translating it into different languages so more people could read and understand it.

Modern English Bible translations are versions of the Bible that have been translated into English using more up-to-date language and grammar than the old versions. This makes it easier for people who speak English today to read and understand God's message.

Some people prefer one translation over another because they might think one version is easier to read or more accurate in its translation. But no matter which translation you choose, the Bible still teaches us the same important lessons and values.